Long-standing battle over who can call themselves Métis continues as First Nations object to contentious Bill C-53
Chief Shelly Moore-Frappier of the Temagami First Nation, pictures on May 24, 2023, said her nation has had to prove to the Supreme Court of Canada its right to determine who they are as Teme-Augama Anishnabai, a process that involved evidence of kinship structures and distinct dialect.When Chief Shelly Moore-Frappier of Temagami First Nation saw a historical photo in the Métis Nation of Ontario ’s monthly newsletter, she immediately recognized the people as her ancestors.
At issue is the federal government’s decision to include the Métis Nation of Ontario in the legislation, which has prompted objections from First Nations in Ontario and Métis leaders elsewhere. “Identity fraud is a really important topic, we care deeply about that, and we have something to say about it,” said Margaret Froh, president of the Métis Nation of Ontario.
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Gary Anandasangaree said last week that the amended legislation is still in the House and that discussions on next steps will continue with the Métis Nation of Ontario and Alberta.
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